‘It is important to verify the mark and the type of the colour in order to identify the piece as authentic Kutani.’

‘The difference between Kutani and other porcelains is the use of a technique called mori, in which colours are applied thickly enough for you to feel them with your fingertips. This traditional technique has been passed-down since the Edo era.’

‘Fundamentally all the painting and decoration of Kaburaki products are made by hand.’

‘My suggestion includes pieces like wine glasses and glasses for sake. These masterpieces are made of first-class crystal glasses manufactured at Spiegel, Germany, and at Riedel, Austria, and Kutani stems are adhered to the glasses, taking advantage of the patented technique in an effort to combine Japanese and European style.’

‘Prices can vary from ¥300 a piece to ¥100 million yen a piece.’

‘Online shopping is available at www.rakuten.co.jp/kaburaki.’